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El proyecto literario de James Joyce (1882-1941) se cuenta entre los más complejos y arriesgados del pasado siglo. Partiendo de un acuciado interés por la sociedad humana, renovó el lenguaje narrativo en busca de las herramientas que le permitiesen retratar la vasta red de relaciones materiales y simbolicas que la constituyen, y en la que el individuo anonimo debe desenvolverse en busca de su propia identidad. En su primera obra, "Dublineses", Joyce despliega ya un mapa de su pensamiento literario. A lo largo de sus quince relatos, se nos presenta la Dublin de principios del siglo XX a partir de algunos de sus ciudadanos de a pie, a los que se confiere, en su ajetreo diario, una significacion heroica. Asi, y con un afan tan localista como totalizador, el autor plasma en detalle la imagen de su ciudad natal, que se ve convertida, metonimicamente, en una representacion del mundo urbano de su tiempo.El proyecto literario de James Joyce (1882-1941) se cuenta entre los más complejos y arriesgados del pasado siglo. Partiendo de un acuciado interés por la sociedad humana, renovó el lenguaje narrativo en busca de las herramientas que le permitiesen retratar la vasta red de relaciones materiales y simbolicas que la constituyen, y en la que el individuo anonimo debe desenvolverse en busca de su propia identidad. En su primera obra, "Dublineses", Joyce despliega ya un mapa de su pensamiento literario. A lo largo de sus quince relatos, se nos presenta la Dublin de principios del siglo XX a partir de algunos de sus ciudadanos de a pie, a los que se confiere, en su ajetreo diario, una significacion heroica. Asi, y con un afan tan localista como totalizador, el autor plasma en detalle la imagen de su ciudad natal, que se ve convertida, metonimicamente, en una representacion del mundo urbano de su tiempo.

First published in 1914, Dubliners was Irish novelist James Joyces first short story collection. The collection explores middle-class life in Ireland in the 20th century and the search for a national identity. Stories in the collection include that of a stereotypical Irish family in Counterparts, the virtues and stubbornness of the Irish mother figure in Mother and a powerful exploration of life and death in The Dead. A classic collection from one of the most influential and important writers of the century.

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En estos poemas, como en otras obras de Joyce, el idioma se usa como medio de sátira, de destrucción por la burla; así Gas from a Burner, que literalmente quiere decir Gas de un Mechero, puede significar fanfarronada, dando su origen a una frese idiomatica que, sin embargo, y tal vez por la poca difusion que estos poemas han tenido, no ha obtenido la aprobacion popular, Joyce, conocedor hasta la medula del idioma ingles, gusta de crear nuevas frases o idiomas y de deshacer otras, ya establecidas, creando la confusion en el lector y la ambivalencia de sentido que todas las frases hechas poeseen, exigiendo de aquel un analisis logico del significado ultimo de las mismas; de aqui que traducir a Joyce sea muy dificil o muy facil, motivo principal por el cual se ha optado por hacer la edicion bilingue de sus poemas, para que el lector pueda juzgar por si mismo.

The James Joyce Collection - 5 Books in One Edition offers an expansive exploration of one of modernist literatures most iconic figures, presenting a comprehensive selection of Joyces seminal works. This collection includes masterpieces such as Ulysses,A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, and Dubliners, which collectively showcase Joyces innovative narrative techniques, intricate symbolism, and rich character development. Through stream-of-consciousness prose and profound philosophical undercurrents, Joyce deftly captures the complexities of human experience, particularly within the context of early 20th-century Ireland. This edition not only illuminates his stylistic evolution but also serves as a vital historical document reflecting the socio-political landscape of Joyces time. James Joyce, an Irish novelist and poet, is celebrated for his pivotal role in the modernist literary movement. Born in 1882 in Dublin, his profound connection to his homeland deeply influenced his writing. His groundbreaking experimentation with language, structure, and consciousness was shaped by his experiences navigating the tensions of identity, nationalism, and artistic expression. Joyces works often reveal his discontent with societal norms, illuminating his quest for personal and artistic freedom. This collection is highly recommended for both seasoned readers and newcomers to Joyces work. It not only serves as an essential introduction to his literary genius but also provides invaluable insights into the human condition, making it a critical addition to any literature enthusiasts library.

This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents: Chamber Music Dubliners A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man Exiles Ulysses (the original 1922 ed.) James Augustine Aloysius Joyce (18821941) was an Irish novelist and poet, considered to be one of the most influential writers in the modernist avant-garde of the early 20th century. Joyce is best known for Ulysses (1922), a landmark work in which the episodes of Homers Odyssey are paralleled in an array of contrasting literary styles, perhaps most prominent among these the stream of consciousness technique he perfected. Other major works are the short-story collection Dubliners (1914), and the novels A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man (1916) and Finnegans Wake (1939). His complete oeuvre also includes three books of poetry, a play, occasional journalism, and his published letters.

James Joyce's first published book, which he wrote when he was still in his twenties, Dubliners is far removed from the bold experimentalism of his later work, but is essential for understanding the author's development as a writer, and endures as a masterly example of the short-story form.Although ranging considerably in tone, mood and milieu, the fifteen short stories included in this collection all centre around the city of Dublin and its inhabitants at the beginning of the twentieth-century. From the unsettling adventure of two truant school-boys to the crafty schemes of two con-men, from a young woman's refusal to abandon Ireland and elope with a sailor to a man's moment of clarity during an annual dance party, these stories offer a moving portrait of an entire world and era which has all but disappeared.

James Joyce's first novel follows the life of Stephen Dedalus, an artistic and fiercely individual young man. Along the way, Stephen learns to negotiate the 'snares of the world', to avoid the pitfalls of his dysfunctional family, his terrifying and repressive boarding school, and the various beautiful young ladies who capture his heart. A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man is an unforgettable depiction of childhood and adolescence, as well as a lyrical evocation of life in Ireland over a century ago. It shocked readers on its publication in 1916 and it is now regarded as one of the most significant literary works of the twentieth century. This beautiful Macmillan Collector's Library edition of A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man features an afterword by Peter Harness. Designed to appeal to the booklover, the Macmillan Collector's Library is a series of beautiful gift editions of much loved classic titles. Macmillan Collector's Library are books to love and treasure

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